Illinois Masters in Psychology

Find master's programs in psychology in IL

A master's degree in psychology enables individuals to apply psychological principles of human behavior in jobs falling under the "social assistance" jobs category, a job category currently experiencing robust growth and demand.

According to yahoo.com, jobs in the social assistance category generated 82,000 jobs from February 2009 to March 2010. This type of growth means that those holding master's degrees in psychology will have a number of diverse opportunities available to them.

Economists predict other psychology-related jobs in Illinois to remain in demand, especially for those with master's degrees. Illinois already pays its educational, vocational and school counselors the second highest salaries in the country, an annual mean salary of $61,770, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Those with master's degrees are considered before others since their practical skills and training prepare them to step immediately into highly rewarding and demanding positions.

Other employers in Illinois actively seek job candidates with advanced psychology degrees, including community mental health centers, nonprofit organizations, correctional institutions, halfway houses, group homes, hospitals, and other health-care facilities. And master's degrees are excellent preparation for those wanting to pursue a PhD.

If you desire advancing your career options by receiving a master's degree, request free, no obligation information from the schools listed below.

Illinois Master's Degrees & Programs

Note: This list contains online and campus schools that accept students from Illinois.